Manchester United have been close to a transfer for Portuguese club Porto’s new gem Rodrigo Mora, but now Real Madrid have won by presenting something better.
Real Madrid will end the transfer window with the signing of attacking midfielder Rodrigo Mora, who with his 1.68m runs around and under all his opponents with ease.
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Real Madrid are determined to activate the buyout clause of Rodrigo Mora, which is set at €70 million.
The club intends to complete this deal to secure the player, with the plan to loan him out for one more season to the Portuguese club so that he can continue his development and keep his competitive form.
Real Madrid decide to sign Rodrigo Mora
Rodrigo Mora, 18 years old, has become a key player for FC Porto over the past season. His outstanding performances in the Primeira Liga have attracted interest from several top clubs in Europe. But Real Madrid have accelerated the process to secure this young talent, who fits perfectly into the club’s sporting project.
The player stands out with his versatility in midfield, recovery ability, game understanding and a remarkable ability to distribute the ball precisely. These qualities make him a complete player, able to adapt to different tactical systems and contribute both defensively and offensively. This is why the coaching staff led by Xabi Alonso sees Mora as a safe bet to strengthen the midfield and renew the squad.
FC Porto have set a buyout clause of 70 million euros for Rodrigo Mora, an amount Real Madrid are willing to pay to fend off competition from other interested clubs. However, the deal includes that Rodrigo Mora will remain on loan at FC Porto for another season, allowing him to continue to grow in a familiar environment where he has already shown a high level.
Rodrigo Mora in Club World Cup
This type of deal is not new to Real Madrid. The club has used this model in the past in signings such as Martin Ødegaard and Takefusa Kubo, who gained experience and playing time on a loan basis before becoming a permanent part of the first team. Extended loans allow the player to continue their development without the immediate pressure of a drastic change of environment, while the buyer club secures the rights to the player.
For its part, Porto keeps a key player for its project for another season and receives financial guarantees through the activation of the clause. This operation is seen as a mutual benefit for both clubs and for Mora himself, who can continue to develop and gain experience in high-ranked tournaments such as the Champions League.
Although Real Madrid have not released a public statement confirming the deal, internal sources at the club claim that the negotiations are well advanced, and that the payment of Rodrigo Mora’s clause is only a matter of time.
In a recent press conference, coach Francesco Farioli commented on the player’s future:
These words reflect the good relationship between the clubs and the confidence that the agreement will be carried out in an orderly manner, with respect for all parties involved.
Real Madrid continues to invest in young talent
Rodrigo Mora’s imminent arrival joins a list of strategic signings from Real Madrid in recent years, where the supply of young talent has been crucial for squad renewal.
Players such as Vinícius Jr., Federico Valverde and Eduardo Camavinga have shown that investing in young players with potential is a successful formula for ensuring generational change and maintaining the team’s competitiveness. Rodrigo Mora could follow this path and become one of Real Madrid’s mainstays in the medium term.
The €70 million buyout clause that Real Madrid are willing to pay underlines the club’s confidence in the player and his ability to perform at the top level. In a market where prices rise every season, this operation stands out as one of the most important and strategic in this transfer window.
The deal, which is expected to be finalized in the coming days, will be one of the biggest news of the transfer window and have a significant impact on Real Madrid’s dressing room.
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